Red Emperor
As one of WA’s most premium species, Red Emperor has become a favourite for its sweet flavour and firm, pearl white flesh. Red Emperor is a superb finfish to eat and its white, juicy flesh is delicious
line caught, Glen Brodie, Shark Bay. FV Just George
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King George Whiting
Whitings are prized for their firm, clean, sweet-tasting white flesh and its delicate flake. Some argue this is Australia best table fish.
S. Rule, Albany
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Flounder
This fish is common in estuaries and bays of Western Australia, including Swan Estuary Marine Park and Walpole and Nornalup Inlets Marine Park. Flounder is a mild-tasting fish with a slightly sweet undertone. Its texture is delicate and fine with low levels of oiliness and moisture, whole grilled only with garlic butter.
P. Green, Albany
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Gummy Shark
Feasting on all sorts of things they are a bit of a forager on or near the ocean floor with Crabs of all shapes and sizes including Blue Swimmer’s, Octopus, assorted fish and even Rock Lobster making up their diet.
Jason Scimone, Bunbury
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